Global Shark Attack API vs IPinfo
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Global Shark Attack API vs IPinfo: common questions
Which is more reliable, Global Shark Attack API or IPinfo?
On our scheduled checks, IPinfo leads on measured uptime — Global Shark Attack API at —% versus IPinfo at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do Global Shark Attack API and IPinfo need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Global Shark Attack API is callable with no signup, and IPinfo is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Global Shark Attack API and IPinfo from the browser?
Yes — both Global Shark Attack API and IPinfo send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are Global Shark Attack API and IPinfo free for commercial use?
Global Shark Attack API has unclear commercial terms, and IPinfo has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.